shelf

Example Sentences

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“Internet fame has the shelf life of a banana,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

“It’s ready to go off the shelf, just like a traditional infused drug.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"Custard apple is highly sensitive to heat, and even short exposure can reduce its shelf life," he says.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Once you’re in the store, make sure you’re checking prices at the top and the bottom of the shelf before grabbing what you need.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

I almost caught it by the string, but then, in the blink of an eye, it was up on the shelf.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff